Infiniti QX60

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Model Overview

Originally revealed as part of the three-row JX crossover family for the 2013 model year, the Infiniti QX60 Hybrid offers superior fuel economy without sacrificing interior space. With seating for up to seven, the QX60 Hybrid is family-friendly and can haul up to 76.5 cubic feet of cargo with the second and third rows folded. Powering the QX60 Hybrid is a supercharged 2.5-liter I-4 coupled to an electric motor for a total output of 250 hp. Like the gas QX60, the only transmission available in the QX60 Hybrid is a CVT. This powertrain combination was shared with the mechanically related Nissan Pathfinder Hybrid, which was only in production for the 2013 and 2014 model years. Currently, the only other vehicle using the QX60 Hybrid’s powertrain is the Nissan Murano Hybrid. Regardless of whether you choose front or all-wheel drive, the current QX60 Hybrid is rated at 25/27 mpg city/highway, making it between 5 to 6 mpg more efficient in city driving than its gas-only counterpart.

In a 2014 First Test, we said the QX60 Hybrid rides respectably even with the optional 20-inch alloy wheels, and it has nearly the same storage and space as the gas-only variant with the exception of the underfloor being deleted. Sport mode also improves the car’s throttle response, making it easier to pass or merge at higher speeds.

For the 2016 model year, the entire QX60 range received a refresh, complete with reshaped headlights, a slightly revised grille, retuned suspension and steering, and improved sound insulation. A number of new features including forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, and pedestrian detection were also added as part of the refresh.

Why You’d Consider One

If you must have a luxurious hybrid crossover with room for up to seven, the Infiniti QX60 Hybrid is the only one available. Despite the extra hybrid powertrain components, the QX60 Hybrid’s interior space is visually similar to its gas-only sibling except for the deletion of the rear underfloor storage.

Why You’d Look Elsewhere

Even though it has generous interior space, the Infiniti QX60 Hybrid is no match to a minivan when it comes to hauling the family and gear. The new Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid offers slightly more power, 33 miles of EV-mode range, and a massive interior featuring third row seats.